What's For Lunch?

It's only September, and I am already running out of ideas for my son's school lunch! I started off strong, I really did. However, I find that I am resorting back to the same old peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I do realize how important and nutritious it is for a vegan to include nuts in the daily diet, so including peanut butter in your daily diet is very important as it packs a powerful protein punch! I would LOVE to receive comments and any ideas on this topic.

OK, so along with the old pb&j sandwich I have come up with these salads for school lunch as it is a portable option. Yummy and good for you too.

This salad is very quick to prepare at 6:30am on a school day morning. Simply microwave one Boca original chik'n meatless patty for 1 minute. While it cools, fill a portable container with baby spinach leaves, romaine lettuce, tomato and the chik'n patty cut up in bite size pieces. 

In this salad, I expanded and added some black beans. And don't forget the salad dressing! I make my own Russion salad dressing by simply mixing some ketchup and vegenaise. (Great mayo alternative)

ENJOY!!

My Watermelon Basket

Juicy, sweet watermelon. Who can resist? We love it, especially in the hot, hot, hot summers here in South Florida. My favorite way to enjoy eating this wonder melon is to serve it up in high style by carving and cutting the melon into a basket! Surprisingly, it is easy to do and makes a beautiful presentation. The best part is that it is delightful and delish! Everyone loves it. 


Choose your watermelon. The melon here is a smaller size, just right for my family. When I entertain, I carve out a much larger watermelon for a bigger crowd. 

Then, shave a slice off the underneath so the watermelon will stand without rolling. This makes for a solid base.

Cut two slices into the melon about half way down to form a handle.

Cut horizontally around the middle of the melon.

Hollow out the melon by using a melon ball scoop. Also carve around the handle with a knife.

 Then using a sharp knife, cut v's all around the melon.

Scoop out the rest of the melon.

 All done!

 

Enjoy!!!

Did you know that watermelon has a high water content which makes the melon one of the most refreshing fruits. For a more colorful melon basket, include honeydew and cantaloupe.